Extrusion Operator II -2nd Shift

Medtronic; Beverly (MA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Extrusion Operator II, where you will play a vital role in manufacturing precision tubing for medical applications. In this position, you'll operate and optimize extrusion processes while ensuring adherence to quality standards in a highly regulated environment. With a focus on innovation, you'll collaborate with engineering teams to develop tooling and improve processes. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to meaningful advancements in healthcare technology, all while working in a supportive team atmosphere. If you're detail-oriented and passionate about quality, this position is perfect for you!

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Tuition Assistance

Life Insurance

Short-term Disability

Long-term Disability

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in extrusion or manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of equipment operation and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Operate and optimize plastic extrusion equipment for production.
• Troubleshoot and maintain extrusion equipment as needed.

Skills

Extrusion Equipment Operation

Troubleshooting

Preventive Maintenance

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Experience in Manufacturing or Production

Tools

Plastic Extrusion Equipment

GMP Standards

Lean Manufacturing Principles

Job description

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 11 Apr 2025

At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. You’ll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world.

A Day in the Life

We value what makes you unique. Together, we can change healthcare worldwide. At Medtronic, we push the limits of what technology can do to help alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life. We challenge ourselves and each other to make tomorrow better than yesterday. It is what makes this an exciting and rewarding place to be. Be a part of a company that thinks differently to solve problems, make progress, and deliver meaningful innovations.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Extrusion Operator II to join our team in Danvers, MA. In this role, you will be responsible for operating, monitoring, and optimizing extrusion-related processes in a highly regulated medical manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will have strong technical skills, a commitment to quality, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

2nd Shift: Monday-Friday 2pm-10:15pm

Key Responsibilities:

1. Sets up and operates plastic extrusion equipment to manufacture miniature, precision tubing to established quality standards to meet production demands.
2. Assists engineering team in development of extrusion tooling, equipment and material.
3. Knows process of screw and tool design, resin characteristics, temperature control, automated feedback loops, and ancillary downstream equipment such as burst testers and slickers.
4. Troubleshoots, repairs and conducts maintenance on extrusion equipment.
5. Ensures materials necessary for extrusions are dried to specifications.
6. Mixes, blends, or colors raw materials as required.
7. Writes and executes equipment qualifications on all new or modified tooling or equipment to test and qualify items and provide documented proof that operations are within established parameters.

Qualifications

Must Have: Minimum Qualifications

Requires minimum of 2 years of experience.

Nice to Have: Preferred Qualifications

1. 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment, preferably in the medical device or pharmaceutical industry.
2. Strong understanding of equipment operation, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance.
3. Ability to work in a cleanroom environment and adhere to strict hygiene protocols.
4. Basic computer skills for data entry and documentation.
5. Strong communication and teamwork skills.
6. Experience working in a GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) environment.
7. Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles.

Physical Job Requirements

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.

The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Benefits & Compensation

Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package

A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage.

Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD): $47,600-71,400.

The base salary range is applicable across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico and specific locations in California. The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification/education, market conditions, and location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others).

The following benefits and additional compensation are available to those regular employees who work 20+ hours per week: Health, Dental and vision insurance, Health Savings Account, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, Life insurance, Long-term disability leave, Dependent daycare spending account, Tuition assistance/reimbursement, and Simple Steps (global well-being program).

The following benefits and additional compensation are available to all regular employees: Incentive plans, 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match, Short-term disability, Paid time off, Paid holidays, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Employee Assistance Program, Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums), and Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums).

Regular employees are those who are not temporary, such as interns. Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time, as required under applicable state law, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Please note some of the above benefits may not apply to workers in Puerto Rico.

About Medtronic

We lead global healthcare technology and boldly attack the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions.

Our Mission — to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life — unites a global team of 95,000+ passionate people.

It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.